U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA recognizes New Stanton, Pa., company for workplace safety and health success

NEW STANTON, Pa. -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has certified the Pittsburgh Branch of BlueLinx Corp. as a "star" site in its Voluntary Protection Programs (VPP). During a recent ceremony at the facility in New Stanton, Marie A. Cassady, OSHA's acting regional administrator based in Philadelphia, presented the company with a VPP star flag.

BlueLinx Corp. is a building products distributor with 25 employees at the Pittsburgh Branch. The facility has achieved an injury and illness rate below the industry average.

"Star" is the highest level of recognition that an employer can achieve in the VPP. This level is designed for worksites with comprehensive, successful safety and health programs. The VPP is open to all industries and to companies with injury rates below their respective industries' national averages. The programs currently encompass 1,793 worksites with companies from more than 280 industries. OSHA's VPP has proven over the years to be an effective means of reducing injuries, illnesses, fatalities and costs, while fostering a more productive workforce and increasing employee morale.

Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, employers are responsible for providing safe and healthful workplaces for their employees. OSHA's role is to assure the safety and health of America's working men and women by setting and enforcing standards; providing training, outreach and education; establishing partnerships; and encouraging continual process improvement in workplace safety and health. For more information, visit www.osha.gov.

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